"The actual idea for this exhibition began in 2007 during the Metalsmiths Linking: A Cross-Cultural Exchange exhibition and workshop/lecture series that promoted North American artists in Japan. During the event, in which Renee Zettle-Sterling…"

"Wonderful photos of the events surrounding your exhibition Jim! It is such a pleasure to see these candid shots! You and Renee have both done an amazing job bringing this cultural metals exchange to fruition. Looking forward to…"

Hi,
I am pleased to be the owner of a piece of yours! I purchased the earrings you donated to the SNAG silent auction. So, I think maybe that gives me the right to ask: are those pill capsules???? If so, I need to take care not to get caught in the rain?
it was great to meet in person!
Cindy

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This blog documents the exhibition opening of Forged in Metal: Deshi/Shisyou- Mentee/Mentor and the related workshops and lectures that were held at Grand Valley State University in Michigan. The exhibition and related workshops and lectures were organized by Renee Zettle-Sterling and Jim Bové. The exhibition will remain on view to the public until November 2nd, 2012 before returning to Japan. An exhibition catalog will be released shortly.…